Roust-A-Bout Raising
Not all of our raising require or are suitable for a crane – on some jobs we are able to install timbers using a Sumner Roust-A-Bout. What is a Roust-A-Bout and how does it work?A Roust-A-Bout is a portable material … Continued
DIY Consulting For Your Timber Frame Project
Are you planning your own timber frame project? We’re here to offer DIY consulting to assist you through the process. As long time professionals with over 20 years in the field, we can greatly enhance your experience and save you … Continued
Choosing a Finish for Your Timber Frame
We are often asked for our recommendation on a finish for a timber frame. When choosing a finish for your timber frame, you should consider these points:First and foremost, do I want a finish applied?Is the finish nontoxic and environmentally … Continued
Comparing Timber Frame Bids: Apples Are Not Oranges
You’re ready to start your project and you’ve talked to several timber frame companies. There’s one quote that is several thousand dollars lower than the other two. Should you choose that one? The most important step you should take at … Continued
Your Forever Home – Designing to Age in Place
You’re planning your dream home, the one you want to stay in forever. You’ve decided on a timber frame. Now is the time to think about ways to make your dream home perfect for you as you grow older. Let’s … Continued
Wood and Fungi
There’s a fungus among us ……. and if you like it we can highlight it in your timber frame!Wood and fungi have a symbiotic relationship. That is an interaction between species that is sometimes beneficial, sometimes harmful, to one or … Continued
Carpenter Bees
Oh, those pesky carpenter bees…… Let’s look at the who, what, why and how of these wood-damaging little critters. Introducing: genus Xylocopa, the carpenter bee. Carpenter bees resemble bumblebees. The two species are close in size and appearance. The main … Continued
Timber Frame or Post and Beam?
Timber frames are sometimes categorized as post and beam. Is there a difference? The short answer, especially according to timber framers, is yes. Not that we discount post & beam construction, but we know what it takes to craft a … Continued
Timber Species
The most commonly used wood in timber frames are listed below with a description of their characteristics and benefits. The cost of material varies between timber species. Availability, sustainability and suitability, as well as aesthetics, are other factors to consider … Continued
